Which Weight Distribution and Sway Control System Is Recommended for a Jeep Grand Cherokee
Updated 01/18/2010 | Published 01/16/2010
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I have a Jeep Grand Cherokee with a 4.0 l engine pulling a v-nose trailer with a gross weight of 5000 lbs. The max tw for the Jeep is 500 lbs. Which Pro Series SC Weight Distribution product would work best. I get a lot of sway from passing trucks.
asked by: Dave Z
Expert Reply:
The best sway control is provided by dual cam high performance sway control. I would suggest the Reese Strait-Line Hitch 600 lbs TW / 12,000 lbs GTW, item # RP66072 which will handle any load that will be within the weight capacity of your vehicle. This weight distribution and sway control system works to keep sway from starting rather than just stopping it once it begins, like other systems do. With this kit you will also need a Weight Distributing Shank, like item # AMAC1.
You should also be aware that the best defense against sway is proper trailer loading. You should have at least 10 percent and up to 15 percent tongue weight (see link). This will also help control the sway you are getting. The link provided also shows how to accurately weigh your trailer tongue weight.
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